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COMPANY PROFILE

February 2011

18 Piet Cronje Street

Baillie Park

Potchefstroom

(+27) 741432 967

E-mail: [email protected]

Company Profile the Design Studio Architects and Interior Designers

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Table of Contents

FEBRUARY 2011 .................................................................................................................................................................. 1

ABOUT US ........................................................................................................................................................................... 3

STRATEGIC STATEMENTS .................................................................................................................................................... 4

PORTFOLIO A ...................................................................................................................................................................... 5

EXCLUSIVE RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT – POTCHEFSTROOM – SOUTH AFRICA(2004) ......................................................... 5

HOUSE FOURIE - ROOIPOORTJIE – SOUTH AFRICA (1999) ..................................................................................................... 5

OWNER CV .......................................................................................................................................................................... 6

CAREER BACKGROUND:............................................................................................................................................................. 6

PERSONAL DETAILS .................................................................................................................................................................. 7

EVALUATION ........................................................................................................................................................................... 7

EDUCATION: ........................................................................................................................................................................... 8

PERSONAL PROFILE: ................................................................................................................................................................. 8

TECHNICAL SKILLS .................................................................................................................................................................... 8

PRESENTATION ........................................................................................................................................................................ 9

PORTFOLIO B .................................................................................................................................................................... 10

LOW COST STUDENT ACCOMMODATION – POTCHEFSTROOM – SOUTH AFRICA (2004) ..................................................... 10

OFFICE DEVELOPMENT– POTCHEFSTROOM – SOUTH AFRICA (2000) .................................................................................. 10

SOUTH AFRICAN FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION TRAINING CENTRE – SOUTH AFRICA (2007) ....................................................... 11

REGISTRATIONS ................................................................................................................................................................ 12

SOUTH AFRICAN COUNCIL FOR THE ARCHITECTURAL PROFESSION (SACAP) ...................................................................................... 12

SOUTH AFRICAN INSTITUTE OF THE INTERIOR DESIGN PROFESSION .................................................................................................. 12

APM GROUP LTD. – PROJECT MANAGEMENT ............................................................................................................................ 12

EDUCATION, TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT PRACTICES SECTOR – EDUCATION & TRAINING AUTHORITY - REGISTERED ASSESSOR .................. 12

PORTFOLIO C .................................................................................................................................................................... 13

HOUSE VELDSMAN - HERMANUS – SOUTH AFRICA (2005) .................................................................................................. 13

THE SQUARE – POTCHEFSTROOM – SOUTH AFRICA (2004) .................................................................................................. 13

EXCLUSIVE RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT – POTCHEFSTROOM – SOUTH AFRICA(2004) ....................................................... 14

COMMUNITY PROJECTS .................................................................................................................................................... 14

PORTFOLIO D .................................................................................................................................................................... 15

ROYAL BAFOKENG SPORT CITY – RUSTENBURG (2009) ......................................................................................................... 15

PROJECT SUMMARY ......................................................................................................................................................... 18

PORTFOLIO E .................................................................................................................................................................... 23

BADHUIS MANOR .................................................................................................................................................................. 23

CONCLUSION .................................................................................................................................................................... 27


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About Us

The Design Studio was started in 2005 as a small firm specialising in architectural, as well as, interior design. Combining the two fields it successfully provided a complete service to its clients, not just creating the structural architectural shell, but designing it with an understanding of the interior spaces, and what possibilities could be created on the inside. The head office of our company, situated in Potchefstroom, has been involved in projects not just locally, but also abroad. The company, headed by Mr Louis Boshoff who has more than fourteen years of exceptional experience in the field of Architecture, Interior Design and Project Management. Mr Boshoff has also lectured in the aforementioned at accredited institutions in South Africa and in The Netherlands, and has received numerous awards for excellence. The Design Studio portfolio ranges from Five Star Hotels, Commercial and Retail design, Sport and Recreational facilities, Hospitals, Schools, Tertiary Institutions, Executive Offices and Up-market Residential Developments. International projects, as completed in The Netherlands, range from a Boutique Hotel, Executive Offices and Luxury Apartments. Projects entail architectural, as well as interior design. A vast majority of the projects are done for high profile clients, viz. SA Government, His Majesty Leruo Molotlegi, King of the Royal Bafokeng Nation in South Africa, South Africa Football Association (SAFA), Local Provincial Government, North-West Cricket Board, just to name a few. The Design Studio strongly believes in playing an important part in creating a sustainable, economic viable and environment friendly solution to the challenges facing our beautiful country. The Design Studio has worked with international researchers from Brazil and Netherlands on developing a prototype for sustainable low cost housing units for South Africa. Mr. Boshoff was fortunate to be one of fifty South Africans, selected from ±5000 applicants from all over South Africa, to participate in the Bilateral Netherlands-South African Presidency Programme, an initiative from the Deputy President of South Africa. He completed an intensive training programme in Project Management and whilst doing this, he had the opportunity to work with top class individuals in the field of technology in The Netherlands. Mr. Boshoff was also privilege in being part of various projects for the Department of Public Works, which range from schools, clinics and hospitals. He has a clear insight in the challenges facing the Department of Public Works.


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His objective is to achieve ultimate professional excellence in the field of Architecture/Interior Design through creative and result orientated approach, hard work, self-motivation, -determination and teamwork. The Design Studio has a proven track record of the following architectural skills: Strong in managing all technical aspects of a project, from clients brief to Final Hand Over. Ability to produce high standard drawings, design reviews and manage design as well as to

mentor staff. Liaise effectively with consultants, sub-contractors and suppliers to bring the project together

on-time to the highest quality and on budget. Good technical knowledge of FF&E items and manufacturing. Detailed knowledge of suppliers, manufacturers and products available in the world

marketplace. Ability to develop excellent interpersonal relationships with clients, design team, suppliers and

manufacturers. Successful in delivering, managing FF&E selections and procurement on time and within

budget. Computer literate in Windows® based CAD system MicroGDS, full Microsoft Office Suite,

AutoCad and Revit.

Strategic Statements

Vision The vision of the business can be summarized as:

“Creating meaningful, sustainable, environmentally friendly spaces”

Mission The mission of the business can be summarized as:

To be leaders in the fields of Architecture and Interior Design. To always provide a professional service. To provide clients with choice according to their individual needs.

Values

The business is established on the following core values: Honesty. Transparency. Professionalism. High standard of ethics. Confidentiality.


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Portfolio A

As mentioned previously, The Design Studio portfolio ranges from Five Star Hotels, Commercial and Retail design, Sport and Recreational facilities, Hospitals, Schools, Tertiary Institutions, Executive Offices and Up-market Residential Developments. International projects, as completed in The Netherlands, range from a Boutique Hotel, Executive Offices and Luxury Apartments. Below are some examples of previous work:

EXCLUSIVE RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT – POTCHEFSTROOM – South Africa(2004)

This exclusive residential development is designed in a French provincial style, which was requested by the developer. The houses were specifically designed for each individual home owner. The challenge was therefore to comply with each of the owners specific needs and still remain within the developer’s requirements regarding style, costs and time schedule.

HOUSE FOURIE - ROOIPOORTJIE – South

Africa (1999)

This exclusive up-market residence was designed and built for one of South Africa’s richest business man, situated on wild animal estates bordering the world renowned Vredefort Dome Heritage Site. The materials used on this project were from the highest quality and a lot of attention was given to detail


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Owner CV

Career Background:

I have had the privilege to have been involved in a vast array of types of buildings during my career to thus far. I am passionate about buildings and the building environment. I am of opinion that as a designer, I have a social responsibility towards not only the community, but also to the environment. Thus, it is of utmost importance for me that my designs should be sensitive to the environment as well as towards nature. Practicing in South Africa has its own type of challenges, but, opportunities as well, and this differs in some instances from the first world countries. The scope of work in SA is at times much smaller due to the economical situation in our country as well as due to other factors. However, a positive aspect of this is that I have allowed myself to also be just as creative even though the client may have a very limited budget. Thus, it has often forced me to be just as creative and to produce just as creative product(s) within the realms of such a limited budget. Due to not being limited spatially, the buildings are usually not higher than three stories. Being sensitive to the environment, it is also more practical in SA to use the contours of the landscape instead of building sky-scrapers. I have made certain specific decisions regarding my career and this included the following: It is important for me to learn as much as possible from the industry. I decided when starting my career that instead of starting at a big firm, I chose a smaller firm where my role included much more responsibilities. I had the privilege of handling all the projects that I worked on from the clients brief, to conceptual stage through to final delivery. Learning is knowledge and I strive to be at the forefront of new design philosophies, new innovative materials and new design methods. I therefore got involved in lecturing at a design institution. This enabled me to be part of an environment of learning. I had the opportunity to work on various community projects. Thus enabling me to educate people regarding design and the importance thereof. The exterior is just as important as the interior of a structure, and vice versa, and therefore it is important for me to excel in both these fields.


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Environmentally friendly designs are an important part of my design processes and I strive to be part of a new way of design thinking. I believe the building environment encompasses far more than just the physical. “Creating meaningful space” is my design objective. I reached a stage in my career that I believe I have the knowledge, confidence and creativity to be part of larger scale projects.

Personal Details

Name : Louis Boshoff Date of Birth : 12 April 1974 Nationality : South African Current Country of Residence : South Africa / Dubai Marital Status : Married Dependents : Three

Evaluation

Mr Louis Boshoff has over fourteen years of exceptional experience in the field of Architecture, Interior Design and Project Management. As well as having his own practice, Mr Boshoff has also lectured in the aforementioned at accredited institutions in South Africa and in The Netherlands, and has received numerous awards for excellence. His portfolio ranges from Boutique Hotels, Commercial and Retail design, Sport and Recreational facilities, Hospitals, Schools, Tertiary Institutions, Executive Offices and Up-market Residential Developments. International projects, as done in The Netherlands, range from a Boutique Hotel, Executive Offices and Luxury Apartments. Projects entail architectural, as well as interior design. A vast majority of the projects are done for high profile clients, viz. SA Government, His Majesty Leruo Molotlegi, King of the Royal Bafokeng Nation in South Africa, South Africa Football Association (SAFA), Local Provincial Government, North-West Cricket Board, just to name a few. Mr Boshoff designed the first Government Green Building in South Africa and also worked with international researchers from Brazil and Netherlands on developing a prototype for sustainable low cost housing units for South Africa. An international internship was successfully completed in Project Management (PRINCE 2) in the Netherlands.


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Education:

My educational highlights include: University of the Free State, Bloemfontein, South Africa (Association to leading industry

institutes RIBA): B.Arch Studorium (1993-1995) Business Management and Entrepreneurship (1995) B.Arch Honours (1996-1997) Internship at Van Niekerk Boshoff & Partners (Potchefstroom - South Africa) (1998 – 2000) South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP) Professional Practice Examination (2001) APM Group Limited (Buckinghamshire, England) Prince 2 – Project Management (2008) Education, Training & Development Practices Sector – Education & Training Authority Assessors Training Course (2008)

Personal Profile:

1. A highly qualified Architect, Interior Designer and Lecturer, who has been in the in this field for twelve years, who is able to incorporate the aforementioned fields in his work so as to create a satisfactory product.

2. A dependable and reliable individual who pays a lot of attention to personal standards and attention to detail. Thus, ensuring a critical, logical approach of thinking.

3. Strong design ability with an intuitive, creative approach. Able to interpret and understand client’s brief and turn innovative, imaginative ideas into functional and creative design solutions surpassing all expectations.

4. My objective is to achieve ultimate professional excellence in the field of Architecture/Interior Design through creative and result orientated approach, hard work, self-motivation, -determination and teamwork.

5. Creativity and precision can be seen throughout my work style and in conjunction with this, a very dynamic approach is taken.

6. Committed to continuous learning. Maintaining high standards and development of skills, ideas and industry understanding.

Technical Skills

1. Strong in managing all technical aspects of a project, from clients brief to Final Hand Over. 2. Ability to produce high standard drawings, design reviews and manage design as well as to

mentor staff. 3. Liaise effectively with consultants, sub-contractors and suppliers to bring the project together

on-time to the highest quality and on budget. 4. Good technical knowledge of FF&E items and manufacturing.


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5. Detailed knowledge of suppliers, manufacturers and products available in the world marketplace.

6. Ability to develop excellent interpersonal relationships with clients, design team, suppliers and manufacturers.

7. Successful in delivering, managing FF&E selections and procurement on time and within budget.

8. Computer literate in Windows® based CAD system MicroGDS, full Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCad and Revit.

Presentation

1. Conceptualise Mood or Theme boards for Interior Concepts. 2. Develop Sketches, Key Master Planning and Perspectives for the Concept Design(s) using the

skills and experience developed as a designer. 3. Preparation of conceptual design and master planning for initial concept presentation. 4. Presenting to client(s), and if necessary, with the Design Director, for initial presentations and

subsequent Design Development presentations. 5. Working closely with the client and established Consultants in attending all meetings. 6. Manage the interior design team on project detailing, site management and co-ordination on-

site, as and when required. 7. Provide the design team and technical office with working designs; to provide CAD and Hand

drawn details, Perspectives and other renderings that will document the complete Project(s).


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Portfolio B

LOW COST STUDENT ACCOMMODATION – POTCHEFSTROOM – South Africa (2004)

This project is an example of creativity with a very limited budget. The Client requested a very simplistic design due to their financial restraints. I could however produce a design that was aesthetical pleasing and still within budget. This project shows my ability to give the client the best value for his/her money without compromising too much on aesthetical value. Financial management of the client’s resources was assessed and the results were well received by the client.

OFFICE DEVELOPMENT–

POTCHEFSTROOM – South Africa (2000)

This Office park forms part of a community project which was designed for financial brokers from previously disadvantage communities. A very limited budget was available and the challenge for this was to create an aesthetical design with very limited resources.


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SOUTH AFRICAN FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION TRAINING CENTRE – South Africa (2007)

This preliminary sketch plans for a 46 room boutique hotel as part of SAFA training centre, was presented to members of FIFA. This design and drawings were generated in only 4 days, complete with elevations and project reports. This project has shown that I can work under extreme pressure and that I can produce a functional and aesthetical design in a very short period of time.


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Registrations

I am currently registered wit the following organizations:

South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP)

(Registration number: 6402)

South African Institute of the Interior Design Profession

APM Group Ltd. – Project Management

(Registration number : P2/NLPB064925)

Education, Training & Development Practices Sector – Education & Training Authority -

Registered Assessor

(SOR number 191906)


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Portfolio C

HOUSE VELDSMAN - HERMANUS – South Africa (2005)

This exclusive up-market residence is situated on a very prestigious site in Hermanus. The site is very narrow which made the design very challenging. The aim of the design was to create as many visual connections with the surroundings. The challenge of this project was to comply with all the strict regulations of the local council as well as to satisfy the client’s needs.

THE SQUARE – POTCHEFSTROOM – South Africa (2004)

This retail development consisting of small to medium size retail spaces is based on the “strip-mall” concept. The zoning of the site forced the design to be very linear. The developer further requested that repetitive elements be used. To ensure that the design was not too monotonous, emphasis was placed on form giving and colour scheme.


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EXCLUSIVE RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT – POTCHEFSTROOM – South Africa(2004)

This exclusive residential development is designed in a French Provincial style, which was requested by the developer. The houses were specifically designed for each individual home owner. The challenge was therefore to comply with each of the owners specific needs and still remain within the developer’s requirements regarding style, costs and time schedule.

Community Projects

We are constantly involved in various community projects. We understand the specific factors and risks involved with these types of projects. Mr. Boshoff was also privilaged in being part of various projects for the Department of Public Works, which range from schools, clinics and hospitals. He has a clear insight in the challanges facing the Department of Public Works. His objective is to achieve ultimate professional excellence in the field of Architecture/Interior Design through creative and result orientated approach, hard work, self-motivation, -determination and teamwork. Some of the projects we have been involved in includes:

1. Letshelemane Primary School – Tsing - Ventersdorp 2. Are-Bokeng Primary School – Kanana – Orkney 3. Mathlaleng Secondary School – Kanana – Orkney 4. Wirand Rehabilitation Centre – Potchefstroom 5. I was involved in various pro bono [projects in various townships, mostly focussing on housing,

clinics and churchest. 6. Involved to a minor degree with an HIV Clinic in Potchefstroom.


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Portfolio D

ROYAL BAFOKENG SPORT CITY – Rustenburg (2009)

This design was based on the vision of His Majesty Leruo Molotlegi, King of the Royal Bafokeng Nation in South Africa. He envisaged the development of this complex as a centre for the development of soccer in South Africa. This complex will also be utilized in hosting the England National Soccer Team and their supporters for the 2010 Soccer World Cup. This complex consists of the following: 5 Star Hotel (64 rooms in Phase 1 plus an additional 64 rooms in Phase 2) Development Academy Club House Medical Centre High Performance Gymnasium Indoor Soccer Facility Coffee shop / Tea room Change Rooms/ spectator’s area at sport fields Bus shelter Central Laundry Grass soccer fields (x6) Astro turf soccer fields (x2) 7-a-side Astro soccer fields (x2) Netball courts (x6) Tennis courts (x2) Rugby field Beach soccer court Natural reserve for game Game lookout point


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Exterior – Gymnasium & Medical Centre

Exterior – Club House

Exterior – Hotel

Exterior – Detail


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Project Summary

Projects include: 2011 Riverhouse - Vaaloewer House Terblanche- Potchefstroom House Grobbelaar – Potchefstroom New Office Building for SIB – Potchefstroom Interior for Biovision Optometrist - Johannesburg 2010 Royal Bafokeng Five Star Guest House - Rustenburg Royal Bagokeng Conference Centre - Rustenburg Royal Bafokeng Indoor Sport Centre – Rustenburg Duet Auditorium –Potchefstroom Rutherford Town Houses – Potchefstroom House Du Plessis – Potchefstroom Willie Venter Townhouse Complex House Van Breda – Potchefstroom House Botha – Orkney House Leach – Potchefstroom Einstein Electical Offices – Potchefstroom Lupine Housing Complex –Potchefstroom 2009 New Engineering Faculty for North West University Potchefstroom Campus South African Police Veterinary Complex Royal Bafokeng Sport City 5 Star Hotel - Rustenburg Royal Bafokeng Sport City Club House - Rustenburg Royal Bagokeng Sport City Medical Centre and Gymnasium - Rustenburg Purple Berry Guest House – Potchefstroom House Leach – Potchefstroom 2008 High Performance Institute Sport Village – Potchefstroom House Froneman 2007 South African Football Federation (SAFA) Training Centre-Potchefstroom House Saayman – Johannesburg House Bond - Potchefstroom


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2006 Vaal Manor – Parys, Free State Wellness Centre – Potchefstroom Landscape Design for House Bond - Potchefstroom House Du Plessis – Johannesburg House McKaig – Potchefstroom 2005 Guest House – Clarens, Free State Samuel Broadbent Centre for the Elderly – Potchefstroom Low-Cost Housing – Ikageng, Sarafina & Bothaville House Veldsman - Hermanus Work History Jan 2008 – Apr 2008 Liag Architekten en Bouwadviseurs The Hague (Netherlands)

Senior Design Architect / Interior Designer Projects include: Badhuis Exclusive 5 star Boutique Hotel – The Hague Badhuis Executive Office Suites – The Hague Badhuis Luxury Apartments – The Hague International Design Competition - Hardewijk School – Hardewijk Sustainable Environment Friendly Low Cost Housing Units for South Africa Jun 2005 to Present Potchefstroom Academy / In-Deko Studio Potchefstroom (South Africa) Lecturer / Project Manager / Architect / Interior Designer Projects include: Potchefstroom Academy Master Planning - Potchefstroom Tina Scholtz Health and Beauty Medi-Day Spa- Potchefstroom Jolie Femme Holistic Training Facility and Beauty Salon – Potchefstroom South African Academy School for Hair and Skincare Technology - Potchefstroom House Scholtz – Potchefstroom In-Deko Studio – Potchefstroom House Jansen – Witbank Hair Trends Unisex Hair Salon - Potchefstroom Tina Scholtz Hair Salon - Potchefstroom Nail Academy – Potchefstroom Academy Hair Academy – Potchefstroom Academy


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School for Interior Design – Potchefstroom Academy School for Somatology – Potchefstroom Academy School for Health Therapy – Potchefstroom Academy Game Farm Lodge – Vredefort Dome Clinical Psychologist Consultation Rooms – Potchefstroom South African Police Safe House for Child Abuse Victims – Potchefstroom Exhibition Space for Aardklop National Arts Festival – Potchefstroom VIP Venue for Aardklop National Arts Festival – Potchefstroom Since June 2005 (until December 2008) I have been a lecturer at Potchefstroom Academy. I presented the following subjects: Interior Design Professional and Business Practice Building Construction Specification Model building Design Technology – Decorative Use of Materials Sustainable Architecture Computer Aided Drawing Drawing Techniques

Potchefstroom Academy has different departments, with Interior Design being one of them. The Academy is expanding rapidly and new facilities are constantly required. I was appointed as Project Manager/Architect/Interior designer for all such projects. These duties were additional to my lecturing responsibilities. My contract with the Academy enabled me to have my own design practice. Jan 2000 to Jun 2005 Studio Nouveau Architects, Designers & Planners Potchefstroom (South Africa)

Senior Design Architect / Interior Designer / Project Manager Projects include: 2004 Carpe Diem (student accommodation) – Potchefstroom Duet Church Complex (phase2) - Potchefstroom Cricket Academy – North West Cricket Stadium- Potchefstroom The Square (commercial development) – Potchefstroom House Maartins – Outeniqua Bluff House Hattingh – Plettenberg Bay House de Beer – Potchefstroom House Heydenreich – Potchefstroom Exclusive residential development - Potchefstroom


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2003 Commercial Development – Potchefstroom Mathlaleng Secondary School – Kanana, Orkney Witrand Rehabilitation Centre for the Department of Health- Witrand Chrisko Industrial Building – Potch Industria House Jonathan Fourie – Potchefstroom House Sonny Havenga – Oudedorp House Starker - Potchefstroom

2002 North West Cricket Stadium (phase3) – Potchefstroom Chubby Chick Factory 1 - Potchefstroom Chubby Chick Factory 2 (free-range) – Potchefstroom Rugby Academy – North West University Commercial Development for H.U. Trust Revenue Office for Local Government – Ikageng Revenue Office for Local Government – Potchefstroom

2001 Dan Thloome Civic Centre - Potchefstroom Duet Church Complex (phase1) - Potchefstroom North West Cricket Stadium (phase2) – Potchefstroom Engineering Faculty (Instrument Making)– North West University New up-market Residential Development – Potchefstroom South African Police Service Marriage Quarters - Potchefstroom Distribution Factory for SIMBA – Potchefstroom House De Beer - Potchefstroom Retail Development – Potchefstroom Fishmonger Restaurant – Potchefstroom Moredou Furniture Retail Design – Potchefstroom Informal Kiosk’s for the North West Local Government – North West Province

2000 Offices for Financial Brokers – Potchefstroom Strip Mall Commercial Development – Potchefstroom Media Centre for The North West Cricket Board- Potchefstroom Metabolic Unit for The North-West University – Potchefstroom Sanlam Park Office Suites – Potchefstroom Commercial Centre for Tony France – Potchefstroom Vyfhoek Church alterations – Vyfhoek Wideprops Residential Development – Potchefstroom House Lerm – Hermanus House Reyneke - Potchefstroom


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Town Planning and up-market residential units for Mr. Willie Venter - Potchefstroom Jan 1998 to Jan 2000 Van Niekerk ,Boshoff and Partners Potchefstroom (South Africa)

Design Architect / Interior Designer / Project Manager Projects include: 1999 Methodist Church Youth Centre – Potchefstroom Executive Office Suites – Rustenburg House Fourie – Rooipoortjie House Koos Jordaan – Sandton, Johannesburg House Desere Jordaan – Potchefstroom House Erasmus – Potchefstroom House Esterhuizen – Potchefstroom House Rousseau - Potchefstroom 1998 Clinical Psychologist Consultation Rooms – Potchefstroom North West Cricket Stadium (phase1) – Potchefstroom House Louw – Potchefstroom Otokon Office Development – Potchefstroom Interior design of Auditorium Foyer – North West University Villa Italia – Up-market Residential Development- Potchefstroom York - Up-market Residential Development- Potchefstroom House Schmidt – Venstersdorp House Pretorius – Potchefstroom House Prinsloo – Potchefstroom House Terreblanche – Potchefstroom House Van Zyl – Potchefstroom


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Portfolio E

Badhuis Manor

This project, “Badhuis Manor”, situated in The Hague, Netherlands, was part of a study for a developer who bought this building as an investment (2007). Three different options were investigated, namely converting the old house into a boutique hotel, executive offices or exclusive apartments. The project demonstrates my ability to be creative and to understand structure, to optimize space through creative planning and to work within very specific boundaries.

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the Hague

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the Hague

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Kitchen

Kitchen

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Executive Offices:

E x e c u t i v e o f f i c e s

the Hague

O P T I O N 2

the Hague

RECEPTION

FOYERPassage

OFFICE 1OFFICE 2

OFFICE 3

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Store

WC

Store

BOARDROOM

WC

Passage

OFFICE 5

OFFICE 6

OFFICE 7

BOARDROOM

OFFICE 8

StoreKitchenette

KitchenetteStore

WC

Passage

OFFICE 9

OFFICE 10

OFFICE 11

BOARDROOM

OFFICE 12

StoreKitchenette

WCPassage

OFFICE 13OFFICE 14

OFFICE 15

BOARDROOM

OFFICE 16

StoreKitchenette

WC

Balcony Balcony

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RECEPTION OFFICE 1

Store

WC

Store

OFFICE 2

FOYER

BOARDROOM

Lift

Passage

Passage

Passage

OFFICE 3

WCWCBOARDROOM

OFFICE 4

OFFICE 4

Store

Store FOYER

Lift

Kitchenette

WCWC

Passage

OFFICE 5

OFFICE 5

BOARDROOM

Store

Store FOYER

Lift

Kitchenette

WCWC

Passage

OFFICE 6

OFFICE 6

BOARDROOM

Store

Store

FOYER

Kitchenette

WCWC

Passage

Balc

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Lift

LiftLift

LiftLift

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Luxury Appartments:

L U X U R Y A P A R T M E N T S

the Hague

O P T I O N 3

the Hague

FOYER

LOUNGE

DINING KITCHEN

Passage

BEDROOM 1BATHR

BATHR

Dressingroom

MAIN BEDROOM

LAUNDRY

STAIRS

DINING

LOUNGEKITCHEN

BATHR

STAIRS

FOYERWC

LOUNGE

DINING

KITCHEN

BEDROOM 1

BATHRLAUNDRY

STAIRS

DINING

LOUNGE

KITCHEN

BEDROOM 1

BEDROOM 2BATHR WC

STAIRS

Balcony Balcony

Balc

on

yB

alc

on

yB

alc

on

yB

alc

on

y

LAUNDRY

LOUNGE

DINING

KITCHEN

BATHR

BEDROOM 1

FOYERLAUNDRY

FOYER

LOUNGE

DINING

KIT

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LA

UN

DR

Y

WC

BATHR

BEDROOM 1

BEDROOM 1 KIT

CH

EN

LOUNGE

DINING

Lift

Balcony

FOYER

Balcony

BEDROOM 1

BEDROOM 2

BATHR

BATHR

Balcony

Lift

BATHR

BEDROOM 2

FOYERWC

STUDY

LOUNGE

DINING

KITCHEN

Passage

BEDROOM 1BATHR

BATHR

Dressingroom

MAIN BEDROOM

LAUNDRY

BEDROOM 2

STAIRS

DINING

LOUNGE

KITCHEN

BEDROOM 1

BEDROOM 2

Passage

LA

UN

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BATHR

MAIN BEDROOM

WC

STAIRS

STUDY

STUDY

FOYER

FOYER

STUDY

LOUNGE

DINING

KITCHEN

Passage

BEDROOM 1

BATHR

BATHR

Dressingroom

MAIN BEDROOM

LAUNDRY

BEDROOM 2

STAIRS

DINING

LOUNGE

KITCHEN

BEDROOM 1

BEDROOM 2

Passage

LA

UN

DR

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BATHR

MAIN BEDROOM

STAIRS

STUDY

FOYER

FIRST FLOOR1:100



SECOND FLOOR1:100

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Conclusion

I am con=fident that our company do not only possess the skill to complete any project succesfully but also the passion for any form of arhitecture. I have made certain specific decisions regarding my career and this included the following: It is important for me to learn as much as possible from the industry. I decided when starting

my career that instead of starting at a big firm, I chose a smaller firm where my role included much more responsibilities. I had the privilege of handling all the projects that I worked on from the clients brief, to conceptual stage through to final delivery.

Learning is knowledge and I strive to be at the forefront of new design philosophies, new innovative materials and new design methods. I therefore got involved in lecturing at a design institution. This enabled me to be part of an environment of learning.

I had the opportunity to work on various community projects. Thus enabling me to educate people regarding design and the importance thereof.

The exterior is just as important as the interior of a structure, and vice versa, and therefore it is important for me to excel in both these fields.

Environmentally friendly designs are an important part of my design processes and I strive to be part of a new way of design thinking. I believe the building environment encompasses far more than just the physical. “Creating meaningful space” is my design objective.

I reached a stage in my career that I believe I have the knowledge, confidence and creativity to be part of larger scale projects. We have a wealth of experience and can offer prospective clients a one stop shop. Regards, ________________________ Louis Boshoff

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